1986 AC Ace vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 AC Ace (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ace | F300 Life Jet |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3020 mm |
